Serving 353 students in grades 6-8, Highland Park Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Park Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Highland Park Middle School's student population of 353 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland Park Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Park Middle School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1490 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
10%
Hispanic
29%
33%
Black
11%
15%
White
34%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Park Middle School's ranking?
Highland Park Middle School is ranked #1490 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Highland Park Middle School?
353 students attend Highland Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Highland Park Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Park Middle School?
Highland Park Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Highland Park Middle School offer ?
Highland Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Highland Park Middle School part of?
Highland Park Middle School is part of Highland Park Boro School District.
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